Sudanese visa for British citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for British passport holders visiting Sudan for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For British citizens to enter Sudan for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sudan e-visa for British citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sudan visa on arrival for British citizens | Not Available | |
Sudan tourist visa requirements:
- Holding British passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Sudan.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Sudan.
If you are looking for Sudan visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from United Kingdom, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sudan nearest your place of residence.
- London: The Embassy of Sudan in London, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 27 minutes)
Sudan visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sudan diplomatic mission offices to United Kingdom for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Kingdom traveling to Sudan from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Kingdom) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 28,160 | N/A |
| 2009 | 26,880 | -4.55% |
| 2010 | 31,680 | 17.86% |
| 2011 | 34,304 | 8.28% |
| 2012 | 36,800 | 7.28% |
| 2013 | 37,824 | 2.78% |
| 2014 | 43,776 | 15.74% |
| 2015 | 47,424 | 8.33% |
| 2016 | 51,200 | 7.96% |
| 2017 | 52,032 | 1.63% |
| 2018 | 53,504 | 2.83% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Sudan & United Kingdom comparison
Sudan's area is approximately 1,886,068 km2 (728,214 sq mi), while the area of United Kingdom is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi). This means United Kingdom is 7.80 times smaller than Sudan.
As of October 2025, Sudan's population is ~46.6 million people - 23,059,754 fewer people than the population of United Kingdom.
We have highlighted Sudan & United Kingdom’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sudan | United Kingdom | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 46,625,236 | 69,684,990 | 23.1 million fewer people live in Sudan than United Kingdom |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 35 | 222 | Sudan has 187 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Kingdom. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 10 | 139 | Sudan passport holders visit 129 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 48 | 348 | Sudanese hosts 300 fewer foreign missions than United Kingdom. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Kingdom travel to Sudan in one year?
The number of visitors from United Kingdom visiting Sudan in 2018 was approximately 53,504.
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